Abstract

Copyright in television shows is a complex and growing subject of law. Television programs are covered by the Copyright Act of 1957 for copyright protection. When someone copies, distributes, performs, exhibits, or creates a derivative work of a work that is protected by a copyright without the owner's consent, that is considered copyright infringement. A television program may have a variety of components that are covered by copyright, such as the underlying screenplay, the cinematography, A television show's copyright also covers the rights to make prequels and sequels, as well as rights to commercialize the program. The copyright of television shows presents a variety of difficulties. Unauthorized television shows streaming on websites is one problem. Copyright in television shows is a complex and important legal area. Copyright holders have several legal options for defending their rights. However, it is now easier than ever to gain unauthorized access to protected content because of the advancement of new technologies. Copyright will likely continue to be a contentious issue even though its future in television programming is uncertain.

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